Assistant Teacher Infants​/Toddlers- Beverly Blvd- Los Angeles

Introduction: We are seeking a compassionate, skilled Infant/Toddler Assistant Teacher to join our team and provide high-quality educational support and care for young children. The Infant/Toddler Assistant will be responsible for supporting the teacher in preparing classroom materials, supervising and interacting with children, and assisting in maintaining a safe and nurturing environment. The successful candidate will have strong communication and problem-solving skills and be able to work collaboratively with other team members.

Under the guidance of the Site Supervisor and classroom Teacher, the Infant/Toddler Assistant provides nurturing care and support to infants and toddlers in a safe, supervised early care and educational setting. The Assistant supports daily routines, promotes positive social and emotional development, and helps maintain a clean, engaging, and responsive environment. The Assistant follows all agency policies, procedures, and applicable Federal and State regulations to contribute to program goals.

• Promote feelings of security and trust in infants and toddlers through warm, responsive interactions.
• Talk, sing, and read to children frequently to support early language development.
• Assist with personal hygiene needs, including diapering, toileting, cleaning, and feeding.
• Observe children to identify signs of illness, injury, or other concerns; report observations promptly to the Teacher or Site Supervisor.
• Help implement developmentally appropriate activities planned by the Teacher.
• Assist in adapting activities to meet individual needs and abilities.
• Prepare materials and set up the classroom environment to encourage exploration and learning.

• Support the Teacher in preparing classroom materials and learning centers.
• Assist with documentation and observation as directed.
• Participate in classroom activities and routines to support the achievement of learning objectives.
• Maintain accurate daily records assigned (e.g., meal counts, attendance).

• Maintain a welcoming, respectful attitude toward all families.
• Communicate daily information about children’s routines and well-being to parents and guardians, as appropriate and directed.
• Support the Teacher during parent meetings and conferences as needed.

• Maintain a positive, calm, and professional demeanor.
• Participate actively as part of the classroom team.
• Follow direction and guidance from the Teacher, Site Supervisor, and program leadership.
• Collaborate respectfully with coworkers, volunteers, and families.
• Protect children from any form of physical punishment or verbal abuse and report any concerns immediately.
• Maintain confidentiality of records and information.

• Follow Title 22 and Title 5 regulations and all program policies and procedures.
• Support compliance with health and safety standards, including cleaning and sanitizing routines.
• Complete required documentation and reports accurately and promptly as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support classroom and program needs.

• Completion of at least six (6) units of Early Childhood Education (ECE) classes within the required community care licensing core course matrix, including three (3) units in infant/toddler development.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Current Child Development Assistant Teacher Permit.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with infants and toddlers, including children with disabilities.
• Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

• Must be able to perform light physical work, including lifting and carrying children weighing 14–30 pounds.
• Requires bending, crouching, kneeling, and other movements to meet children’s needs.
• Ability to maintain performance under pressure and handle stress professionally.
• Must contribute to a work environment that is safe and free from unpleasant conditions.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical and TB risk assessment required.
• Must pass background checks through DOJ,…